How much does a Grandparent DNA Test Cost
Grandparent DNA testing is testing option used to determine a biological relationship when standard paternity test cannot be performed. This genetic analysis analyzes DNA markers between a grandchild and potential grandparents to establish biological relationships.
A DNA Grandparentage Test can be used for both legal and for peace of mind purposes.
Common Cases Include:
Adding a father’s name to a birth certificate
Immigration Evidence Submission
Inheritance
Social Security Benefit
Understanding the costs associated with grandparent DNA testing helps families make informed decisions about pursuing this important verification process.
Below is the list of DNA Grandparent services and the cost.
How much does Secure DNA Grandparent DNA test cost?
Below is the list of grandparent services and the cost
Types of Grandparent DNA Tests:
- Legal Grandparent DNA Test – Primarily use in legal proceedings, such as adding father’s name to a birth certificate, inheritance, or immigration.
- Pricing: Starts at $499.00.
- Collection: Professional, in-office sample collection may not be included in the cost of your DNA test.
- Admissibility: Results are legally admissible and can be submitted as evidence in court or used for immigrant visa and U.S. passport evidence submission.
- Participants: Typically includes two siblings, without or with the mother for greater accuracy.
At-Home Grandparent DNA Test Kit – Intended strictly for peace of mind and informational purposes only.
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- Pricing: Starts at $299.99.
- Collection: At-home self-collection kit, mailed directly to your address.
- Admissibility: Results are not legally valid and cannot be used in court.
- Purpose: Provides an accessible and affordable way to prove paternal or maternal explore biological relationships privately.
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What is the method of Secure DNA sample collection?
The standard method to collect DNA samples is by cheek swab . Blood samples is a viable specimen collection option that has the effectiveness as the cheek swab collection but is more invasive and painful.
Alternative Sample Collection Options:
When the standard buccal swab sample collection is not possible. Forensic samples can be an effective sample collection option. Below are the common forensic samples used.
- Hair Follicle Samples: Available for both test types (restrictions apply for legal tests). Contact our office at 888-970-4211 to learn more Legal Testing using hair.
- Toothbrush Sample: Can be used only for peace of mind purposes only
- Earwax Sample: Can be used only for peace of mind purposes only.
Where Can I Get a Grandparent DNA Test?
Getting started is simple. Call 888-970-4211 to schedule an appointment near you. We have access to over 2,500 sample collection sites in our network nationwide.
How Long Does a Sibling Test Take?
Results are available within 2 to 3 business days after the lab receives all specimens. A copy of your results will be emailed, and another will be mailed to your home.
How Accurate Is a Secure DNA Grandparent Test?
A grandparent DNA test is a reliable option that can determine the probability of relatedness, often above 90%. Including the child’s mother in the test can further increase the accuracy of the results.
A grandparent test is especially helpful when an alleged father or mother is not available to participate in a direct parent–child DNA test. An exclusion result shows with 100% certainty that the tested grandparent and grandchild are not biologically related.